Dr. Shabir Ally unpacks the often misunderstood Quranic verse about the Prophet Muhammad’s night journey and ascension (17:1), highlighting the linguistic shifts in the verse that suggest a subtle dialogue between the speaker and God. He explains that some early Muslims viewed the journey as a spiritual vision rather than a physical one, noting that the Quran itself does not explicitly say the Prophet’s body was transported. The term "abd" (servant) used in the verse, he argues, does not necessarily imply a bodily journey, as it can refer to the soul as well. While many Muslims accept the journey as a miraculous physical event, others, seeking a rational explanation, interpret it as a visionary experience. Dr. Shabir emphasizes that both views are valid within the tradition, and cautions against relying solely on later biographical literature to interpret the Quran. If you enjoy this video, please support our work financially by: Visiting our website http://www.QuranSpeaks.com OR Sending an etransfer to iGive@QuranSpeaks.com OR Subscribing monthly at Patreon.com/QuranSpeaks ► DONATE: http://www.quranspeaks.com/ ► SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=quranspeaks Facebook: http://www.Facebook.com/LetTheQuranSpeak Instagram: http://www.Instagram.com/QuranSpeaks.tv Twitter: http://www.Twitter.com/Quran_Speaks